Skilled Carpenter wanted for house trim replacement (Avon, CT)
Date: 2009-09-06, 11:02PM EDT
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Seeking skilled carpentery bids to replace the trim on my house with Azek or similar, pursuant to the following scope of work:
Exterior trim and moulding replacement: Scope and Specifications clarifications
1. To the extent this Rider A conflicts or is otherwise inconsistent with any other contract terms, the terms of this Rider A shall control.
2. General scope to include removal of existing exterior wood moulding, window sill nosings, trim, soffit and fascia boards that are painted white and replace with white PVC moulding, trim, soffit and fascia boards consistent with original size, shape and design. Existing white framing members of screened porch shall remain.
3. All work to be performed between the hours of 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. and to be completed within two weeks after commencement.
4. Remove and reinstall gutters, gutter guards, light fixtures or any other existing fixture as needed to replace trim and soffit fascia.
5. Removal of existing trim shall not be made in more areas than can be replaced with new trim in the same day. However, upon specific request, Owner may request additional areas to be removed provided 1) poor weather is not expected; 2) Contractor provides reasonable weather protection; and 3) the areas are replaced with new trim within 48 hours after removal.
6. Contractor shall be responsible for all disposal and removal of debris through the use of one or more dumpsters or other means. Any dumpster shall be placed in the driveway, with plywood protection. Dumpster shall not obstruct driveway, front entrance walk, or two right garage doors for Owner’s vehicles.
7. All work shall be performed carefully, so as to avoid damage to siding, roof shingles, metal drip edge, driveway, walks, landscaping, yard, windows, doors, light fixtures, gutters, gutter guards, deck, screened porch, or any other aspect of building or property to remain. Any damage shall be fully repaired and/or replaced by Contractor, including any necessary painting or other finishes.
8. Materials
a. Contractor shall utilize one or more of the following manufacturers for the trim materials:
i. Azek
ii. Versatex
iii. Tuf Board
iv. KOMA
v. Kleer
vi. Plasticlad
vii. Fypon
viii. Tanza
9. All new trim shall be cut and installed in strict accordance with manufacturers requirements and technical specifications, and shall meet or exceed all applicable building codes and industry standards.
10. Provide aluminum flashing and drip edge (using vinyl drip edge product where available from manufacturer) where needed, i.e. under roof edges and over windows, doors and other appropriate siding penetrations.
11. In addition to the manufacturer’s warranty for all products used by Contractor, Contractor warrants that the work provided under this agreement shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two years following the final completion of the work. Upon notice from Owner (or a transferee of the warranty), contractor shall promptly return to repair any such conditions discovered during the warranty period at no cost to Owner. This warranty by Contractor may be transferred and assigned to any future purchaser of the property.
12. Prior to final payment, Owner and Contractor shall review and inspect all work.
13. Contractor shall apply for and pull all applicable permits.
14. Contract price includes all required labor, materials, equipment, tools, taxes, insurance and permit costs.
15. Cleanup of all debris, including in lawn and planting areas, as required on a daily basis.
Interested contractors, contact Bob at 860-209-2848 to arrange a pre-bid site visit.
* Location: Avon, CT
* it's NOT ok to contact this poster with services or other commercial interests
* Compensation: Contract and lump sum price to be negotiated
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